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Best 60621 Illinois Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public preschools serving 2,863 students in 60621, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60621, IL are Bond Elementary School, Kershaw Elementary School and Sherwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60621 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60621, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60621, IL Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bond Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7050 S May St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3480
Gr: PK-8 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Kershaw Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6450 S Lowe Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3050
Gr: PK-8 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #33.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
245 W 57th St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-0829
Gr: PK-8 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
King Academy Of Social Justice
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
644 W 71st St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3875
Gr: PK-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Parker Elementary Community Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6800 S Stewart Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3375
Gr: PK-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
955 W Garfield Blvd
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-9025
Gr: PK-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Mays Elementary Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6656 S Normal Blvd
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3892
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #88.
Bass Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1140 W 66th St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3275
Gr: PK-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #99.
Stagg Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 2%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7424 S Morgan St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3565
Gr: PK-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #1010.
Nicholson Tech Academy Elementary School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6006 S Peoria St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3285
Gr: PK-8 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60621, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60621, IL include Bond Elementary School, Kershaw Elementary School and Sherwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60621?
10 public preschools are located in 60621.
What is the racial composition of students in 60621?
60621 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

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